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By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

Thursday evenings are perfect for dinner and some live music around the Rome area. Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crew perform old time string band music in the Harvest Moon dining room, which has become a downtown Rome tradition.

Johnny’s Pizza has expanded its live music to Thursdays and tonight they’ll host David Elliott, a local songwriter who guitar playing is equally as impressive as his original material. Both are great.

Jon Byrd performs acoustic originals and favorites in the downstairs bar at 333 on Broad, which has recently become a weekly favorite as well.

Brother Huff’s Microbrewery is hosting a Thirsty Thursday event tonight with bar poker, beer pong, and buy one get one free brews with a college ID. They’ve also got a seasonal pumpkin ale that has already made a name for itself around town.

FRIDAY

This weekend is going to be filled with fun options to celebrate Halloween.

On Friday night, the Chieftains Museum will host Haunted Ballads by the River featuring music from Lynn West Bains and Phil Helton. This is a great opportunity to listen to some great spooky tunes by two great artists.

The Rome Little Theatre’s production of Dracula is a hit and there are multiple opportunities to catch their performance this Friday and Saturday night, a matinee show on Sunday, and then the final performance on Halloween night, which is of course, is Monday.

Jason Lyles will bring his acoustic power pop and alt rock sound to Johnny’s New York Style Pizza this Friday. Lyles is a Chattanooga-based artist who has released multiple albums over the last couple of years and has really developed a sound of his own.

The John Lee Hookers will light up the Moon Roof Bar with their excellent tribute to classic blues and rockabilly swing. Clay Broome has thrown together an amazing combo with former student Chris Carter on the bass and Chuck Harris holds it all together on the drums. If you like early roots of rock ‘n’ roll, these guys are a must see.

The 400 Block Bar will host music by Stephen Smith and Ian Griffin. These two guys really know how to play and have a blast every time they get together. You may recognize them as It’s My Island. Not sure what they’ll be called this time around but I’m sure it will be something clever.

The Ledge is opened in the old McCrobie’s building and they are kicking it off right with a punk rock Halloween extravaganza featuring three of the areas most supercharges bands: Unseen Stimuli, Nosecone Prophets, and The Pox. These guys really blow it out of the water. Come check it out if you like the old school punk rock.

SATURDAY

Chieftains Museum will host another fun and frightful event called Hallowed Hauntings. A local group of storytellers, the Seven Hills Tellers, will share ghost stories and spooky folklore to those who enjoy a good scare.

This Saturday evening Johnny’s New York Style Pizza will host the music of Scott Thompson. He’s a pro and one of Rome’s favorites when it comes to playing his original tunes, a wide array of crowd favorites, and dispensing good vibes throughout the venue.

Donny Hammonds is another artist who has been very busy this year playing all over the tri-state area. He’s got a stack of tunes that would take three weeks to hear so you never know what you’ll get. Chances are, it’s what you ask for. He’ll be at the Moon Roof Bar on Saturday.

The Schroeder’s Courtyard will be serving up that good ol’ Georgia slop rock with a Halloween Meltdown featuring Muletide Perkins Trio, Graham & Vann, and some surprise guests. These guys are always looking to have a good time so throw on a costume and kick start the night of with the Floyd County freaks.

The 400 Block Bar has been synonymous with Halloween for years now and this year it will be no exception. The night will be in full force with My Ninja providing the tunes. These guys know how to get a party started with their keyboard driven left of the dial ’80s new wave style.

Stevie Monce is an Atlanta area singer/songwriter that is not afraid to get down and dirty with his band. His Americana and pop rock infusion has done very well over the last few years and has sold out 333 on Broad on previous visits. There’s no question that he will be bringing it with 110 percent Saturday night at the 3s.

-Hear Bryan and Matt D weekdays from 7-9 a.m. on The Ridge 95.7 FM.

…as seen on HometownHeadlines.com…

By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

TONIGHT

Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crew have made it their business to entertain the Thursday dinner crowd at Harvest Moon with old time string band music, which has become one of Rome’s richest new traditions.

The evening crowd at 333 on Broad has really been enjoying Jon Byrd in the downstairs bar on Thursdays. Jon is one of Rome’s favorite singer/songwriters and this is an all ages dinner show fit for the whole family.

FRIDAY

Friday evening brings the first annual Fall Into Peace Concert hosted by The Rome/Floyd International Association and the MLK Commission of Rome and Northwest Georgia. The goal of this event is to provide an environment where everyone is welcome and to enjoy music influenced from different parts of the world. Some of the bands featured are the Kirtan Bandits, Emjay Cubed, Mountain Top Djembe Experience, and the Sundari Bellydancing Troupe. If you enjoy unity through music then you’ll want to bring the whole family to Bridgepoint Plaza.

Rome Little Theatre presents the opening night of their production of Dracula based on the novel by Bram Stroker. This has been one of the theaters most anticipated productions of the season and the players are ready unravel a frightful tale in Rome’s one and only historic DeSoto Theater.

Sarah Peacock is a countrified pop vocalist and songwriter that is not afraid to bring it to wherever she’s at, which is all over the place. Touring nationally with over 200 dates a year, the Atlanta native is returning to Johnny’s New York Style Pizza this Friday night.

The 400 Block Bar will host Scott Warren and his merry band of Booze Mountaineers. Warren has been an anchor for the Rome music scene through thick and thin. The Booze Mountaineers is his most recent project assembling some of the areas finest musicians and a passion for what he has appropriately coined Appalachian rock.

There’s no question that Brian Collins is about to get his party on this Friday night at 333 on Broad, blending equal parts Americana, Southern rock, and pop. He’s got some great original party tunes and just stepped off the KISS Kruise rock boat. We’ll sea if he’s shaken his sea legs.

Muletide Perkins Trio is geared up for a night of boisterous fun, hyjinks, and a trough full of Georgia slop rock at the Moon Roof Bar, a place that they always look forward to playing, especially this time of year.

SATURDAY

The annual Chiaha Harvest Fair began forty-six years ago in a parking lot off of Broad Street. It has grown so much that Ridge Ferry Park is packed every year with arts and crafts, great fall food, and an incredible lineup of music. Some new musical acts this year include Julie Gribble, Out of the Rain, and The Van Lears. The fall season in Rome would not be the same without it. Chiaha is at Ridge Ferry Park this Saturday and Sunday.

Donny Hammonds is one hard working dude. He gigs constantly all over the region and pulls songs from a huge catalog of favorites that are nonstop crowd pleasers. He performs acoustically Saturday night at Johnny’s New York Style Pizza. There’s a good chance that if you name it, he’ll play it.

The Moon Roof Bar is bringing a fresh face to town with Arlo Finch, a well-known and respected Atlanta area singer/songwriter who feels right at home with a guitar, a microphone, and a head full of original tunes inspired by artists like Guy Clark, Robert Earl Keen, and Jon Prine.

Sam Thacker is a young man whose hard work has really paid off as a songwriter. His most recent album, Lines, has earned him a growing fan base that loves his original music and magnetic personality. His shows at 333 on Broad have been very well received. He’ll return there on Saturday.

Bent in Bama is a young but extremely talented four-piece band that has been invading Rome from the west over the past year. They bring a surprisingly fresh blend of country and rock that really makes for a driving yet smooth sound all at the same time. They have been a great addition to the local music scene and will return to the 400 Block Bar on Saturday.

-Hear Bryan and Matt D weekdays from 7-9 a.m. on The Ridge 95.7 FM.

..as seen on HometownHeadlines.com…

By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

TONIGHT

The Rome Area Songwriters Association will host its monthly songwriters night in the Schroeder’s Courtyard. These concerts began in the courtyard about 11 years ago and have come full circle having returned this year. Thursdays concert features original music from David Bell, Barry Gables and Jule Medders. The concert is free and everyone is invited.

Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crew will entertain folks in the Harvest Moon dining room with Appalachian roots music that has been present in this area since the founding of Rome. This weekly show has become a Rome tradition over the last decade.

Jon Byrd will set up shop in the downstairs bar at 333 on Broad for a late dinner show. Jon has become one of Rome’s favorite acoustic artists playing original music and a wide variety of crowd favorites that you can’t help but love.

FRIDAY

This weekend kicks off at lunchtime on Friday with the Walk a Mile In Her Shoes event. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this has been a key event in the community for the last three years. Men, women, and children will walk Broad Street in recognition of victims of domestic violence. The fun catch is that the men will he decked out in fancy women’s footwear. Men from all over the community will participate.

Johnny’s Pizza will be welcoming the dinner crowd with live music from Backswing. Lee Shealy and Alan Smith are two amazing musicians that cover the whole gamut of American music with ease. If you have yet to see them you’re in for a treat.

Jon Byrd will be working overtime this weekend. If you can’t make it out to his Thursday night gig, you’ll have another shot to enjoy his revered acoustic music at the Moon Roof Bar on Friday night.

Mr. Mean’r is one of Rome’s favorite party bands and they’ll be rocking it out in the upstairs lounge at 333 on Broad the Friday night. Melody and the boys cover decades of rock ‘n’ roll favorites and aren’t afraid to crank it up and put on a heck of a show.

The Rome Area History Museum is looking forward to an exciting weekend by hosting a fun fund-raiser called Hog Wild! Bands, Beer, and BBQ! This Friday night at Heritage Park you’ll be able to eat, drink, and rock out to two of Rome’s finest bands in Jerry on the Moon and My Ninja, all while supporting one of Rome’s finest institutions. Also, more fun on Saturday!

SATURDAY

Well, looks like Jon Byrd is seriously working overtime this week! He’ll be returning to Johnny’s New York Style Pizza that Saturday evening to perform his acoustic gems. Big time fans will do their best to catch him all weekend.

Curiosity Shoppe is back in action this Saturday night at 333 on Broad. These guys have been blowing the roof off of venues since 1992. When it comes to modern rock, alternative, and top 40, these guys nail it and put on a very energetic performance that tends to get the crowd really hyped.

Scott Thompson is one of Rome’s favorite singer/songwriters who is known for his honest smile and honest music. He’s earned many fans over the years that always leave smiling as well. He’ll return to the Moon Roof Bar this Saturday to play his acoustic country rock originals and favorites.

Cory Tucker is yet another one of Rome’s favorite acoustic singer/songwriters. His soulful vocals and unique guitar skills draw a loyal following every time he shows up to play. He’ll be back at the 400 Block Bar on Saturday night.

I told you there was more to come for Rome Area History Museum fun. On Saturday night they are hosting yet another fund-raiser called River Reelz where they’ll be showing two great American films down by the river. The films are Night at the Museum 2 and Animal House. Sounds like a blast!

-Hear Bryan and Matt D weekdays from 7-9 a.m. on The Ridge 95.7 FM.

By Bryan Mullins

www.mullinsmania.com

TONIGHT: Russell McClanahan & the mOOn Crewrecollect Appalachian roots with old time string band music in the Harvest Moon dining room, one of Rome’s favorite weekly events.

Jon Byrd performs acoustic favorites and originals in the downstairs bar at 333 on Broad. It’s a laid back, family friendly performance that has become a staple in Rome’s rising music scene.

AYF Grill House is hosting International Salsa Night featuring the pulsing rhythms and sweet melodies of Havana Son, an Atlanta based band formed by Cuban nativeRene Herrera, an award winning composer and former Mercury recording artists. This will be a great opportunity to put your salsa dancing skills to use and have some pre-weekend fun.

FRIDAY: The Van Lears are the Bentley brothers from Calhoun. Having been raised around musical parents, Trey and Andrew were literally making music before they could walk. A couple of decades later they’ve assembled a heck of a band including guitar slinger Scotty Knight. They’ve taken residence in Nashville to build their careers but will be in town Friday night at 333 on Broad.

Johnny’s New York Style Pizza has been bringing in fresh talent to Rome over the past year. Friday night they’ll host Brent McDonald, an up-and-coming acoustic indie rock artist from Columbia, S.C. He’s been working hard playing all over the Southeast and we’re glad that he’s included Rome on his schedule.

Coming to the 400 Block Bar this Friday is Kid Dynamite, a South Georgia swamp blues and roots rock duo from Valdosta. Drummer Adam Sikes has relocated to Rome and since then we’ve been fortunate to add Kid Dynamite to our local music scene. Blues fans should make sure to check them out as they have no problem bringing the heat.

SATURDAY: 333 on Broad has done an excellent job of bringing in nationally touring names that are helping put Rome on the map as a destination for talented music.Matt Stillwell is no exception and he’ll be in the upstairs lounge. The North Carolina native earned his keep the old-fashioned way, one bar at a time and now he is signed with Average Joe Records, home of Colt Ford, Corey Smith and Montgomery Gentry. His album Shine Deluxe already contains two hit singles.

The Cornbread Killers are back in action this Saturday at the Moon Roof Bar. Jeff Caldwell, Jeff Bridges and Shane West make up an acoustic pop rock band with a funky edge playing a wide range of covers and cool originals, some of which were featured on their self-titled CD released last year.

Jordan Hallquist is a Chattanooga-based singer/songwriter that has been singing since he was three and playing instruments since he was ten. He’s currently recording his third cd and his influences range from Bo Diddley, to Neil Young, to Ben Harper. His favorite place to play is a laid back room with good folks, which is good for him because he’ll be performing at Johnny’s New York Style Pizza on Saturday.

Rubber Solstice is a band of familiar faces including names like Jan Pruitt, Gene Brigham, John Schroeder and John Littlefield. If you throw them all in a band together you’ve got a massive catalog of original music and choice covers. Check them out this Saturday evening in the Schroeder’s Courtyard as they put a fresh twist to the golden age of classic rock.

It’s a bummer that we are losing a venue and cool place to be in Rome due to the closing of Cups & Mugs on Broad Street. However, this Saturday you’ll get the chance to hang out for the last time and listen to the acoustic genius and original music of David Elliott. We hate to see you go, Cups & Mugs. Thanks for the good times.

This Saturday night, the 400 Block Bar will host yet another powerful two-man band.Thunderbolt Patterson is the incredible duo of Tim Bowen and David Bell, along with a stockpile of assorted instruments that will be played and played well. These guys put out an amazing amount of sound between the two of them.

-Hear Bryan and Matt D weekdays from 7-9 a.m. on The Ridge 95.7 FM.